How To Teach Your Kids To Save Money
It’s never too early to start teaching children about money. From playing shop, to earning their first dollars doing chores around the house, children start to form money habits from an early age. In fact, children should be able to understand the concept of an allowance by the age of six. So, why not have […]
How Credit Scores Actually Work
Credit scores are important; they affect the kind of loans we can access in the future. But how does a credit score work? How is credit rating determined? How is credit score calculated? And can you change it? It’s time to take a deeper look at this important score that affects so much of our […]
How to Budget Money as a Student
University life is expensive, so knowing how to budget your money is more important than ever before. For some, being at university is the first time living out of home, which comes with a lot of new expenses and responsibilities. If you’re not sure how to budget as a uni student, we have some answers […]
Credit Cards for Beginners
There’s a lot to know about credit cards, whether you’re thinking of getting one or you want to learn more about the card (or cards) you have. To help you out, we put together a simple credit card guide to help you use a credit card with confidence. The Difference Between a Credit Card and […]
How Much Could You Save If You Quit Drinking?
When you want to save money, you need to look at every aspect of your life and spot any unnecessary spending. Alcohol spending is a great choice to cut out or at least minimise, since for most people it’s not a must-have item – it’s just a small luxury to enjoy every now and then. […]
10 Hacks to Save Money Around the House
We’re all looking for clever money-saving hacks we can implement at home without drastically changing our lifestyles. Here are 10 to help you on your way. 1. Use the food you already have We all have food in the back of the cupboard or pantry that we just keep forgetting to cook. Take a Sunday […]
7 Tips to Save Electricity at Home
It’s important, now more than ever, to save on electricity at home and reduce our power bills. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide on how to save electricity – from easy switches like turning standby off to introducing modern technology to your smart home. 1. Switch to LED bulbs One of the easiest […]
So You’ve Lost Your Job, Now What?
Losing a job is never easy and adjusting to your new arrangement can be complicated. But there are steps to get back on your feet after being fired or made redundant. No need to wonder what to do when you lose your job – we’ve got some ideas to help you out. Apply for government […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Applying for a Loan
Applying for a loan is something most of us will do in our lives, but the first time applying for a loan can feel daunting. What paperwork do you need for a loan? Are there requirements? Do you need someone else to co-sign a loan? These are all normal questions we all think of when […]
Where To Get A Personal Loan Fast?
A personal loan is one of the best loans to get in a wide range of circumstances. Unlike mortgages and car loans, which are restrictive by name, a personal loan can be used for just about anything – whether that’s to cover an unexpected bill or a much-needed holiday. But where is the best place […]